This weather calls for a day at the beach. That used to mean baking for hours and drinking rosé at a nice place. Still possible, but with a baby, a beach day is a bit more difficult. If you want to make it a relaxed and carefree outing for yourself and your baby, don’t forget to put the following products in your bag.
Tip! In addition, don’t forget the usual items that are normally in the diaper bag, such as diapers, wipes and formula. And a bottle of talcum powder can also come in handy. Check out these and more super handy summer hacks here.
1. Lubricate, lubricate, lubricate
Number one, of course: a good sunscreen for yourself and for your baby. Choose SPF50 (+) for optimal protection, and go for a brand that you like: then you will also apply it more often. You can order baby sunscreen here with a great discount.
Also check out the Parents of Nu review: This is the best sunscreen for babies and kids
2. Sun hat
Also a must-have: a sun hat for your baby. This way you ensure that the sun does not shine in his eyes, that his fragile head does not burn, and that he does not overheat. At Prénatal you can shop nice items for boys and girls, now with a 20% discount!
Also read: The sun and your baby: what you need to know
3. Uv-zwempet
Little Riots has special UPF caps : these are caps with a neck flap that offer UPF50+ sun protection. The cap is made of elastic fabric and therefore stays in place, even while swimming.
See also: The most beautiful sun hats and UV swim caps for babies
4. UPF swimsuit
Because the baby’s skin is still very vulnerable, it is advisable not only to protect your baby against the sun with a thick layer of sunscreen, but also to put on UV-resistant swimwear . Like this cute swimsuit , with sleeves, trouser legs and UPF50+ sun protection.
5. Sunglasses
Sunglasses not only look cute on your baby, they also protect their eyes from harmful UV rays. Especially between 12:00 and 15:00, when the sun is at its brightest, it is very important to protect your child’s eyes.
Tip! You can read more about baby sunglasses and their importance here
6. Supersimpele tent
What makes a beach day with a baby a lot more relaxed is a simple beach bar . Preferably one that opens automatically when you take it out of the cover. This way your baby is always in the shade and out of the wind and he can play without constantly eating sand. Such a tent is also ideal for an afternoon nap.
Read also: How the color of swimsuits can save your child’s life
7. Travel cot
This travel cot from Deryan is ideal for a nap on the beach. The travel cot is quick and easy to set up and it has a self-inflating mattress. The tent protects your child against insects and offers UV protection. Please note: do not place the tent in direct sunlight and always keep a close eye on whether your baby is not too hot.
See also: From classic camping bed to smart Deryan tent: which one do you choose?
8. Tent with swimming pool
Does your toddler love to play with water and/or sand? Then take a pop-up baby pool with you. You dig it into the sand and the roof provides good protection against the sun. It is of course important to keep an eye on your baby, even if there is only a small layer of water in it.
9. Keep it cooler bag
To keep snacks such as fruit and vegetables cool, a cooler bag is ideal. Bottles of water (or wine) also stay nice and cold in this. Add some frozen ice packs and you and your baby will have something nice and cool to drink all day long.
Read also: Sun, sea, zen: why a day at the beach is also very good for your baby
10. Thermos flask
Do you want to bring hot water to make bottle feeding? Then take a thermos flask with boiled water with you. Also handy: if you want to take cold water with you, you can also do so in a thermos. You can buy them in different sizes at Hema.
11. XL stranddoek
Ideal, such a water and sand-repellent beach towel . It looks like a large picnic blanket and fits in a handy bag. You fix it in the sand with four pins. Your baby can lie and play on it, because there is enough space (210x200cm).
Read also: Safe on the beach with your toddler or toddler
12. (Washable) swim diaper
Handy if you want to take your child into the sea for a bit: a swimming diaper. You can buy disposable swim diapers, but there are also very nice washable swim diapers . You can put an insert in it, so you can easily dispose of the stool.
13. Wetbag
You are doing yourself a big favor if you bring a wetbag . These ideal bags have two compartments, one of which is water and odor proof. This way you can take wet (swimming) clothes or dirty (washable) swimming diapers with you without the rest of your belongings getting wet or dirty.
14. Handcart
Have you already checked off this entire list and don’t know how to lift the things and your children anymore? Then set off with a wagon with sturdy wheels , especially for the beach.
Read also: Tested: foldable handcart Veer Cruiser all-terrain wagon
15. XL hydrophilic cloth
Also ideal for the beach: an XL hydrophilic cloth . Dries quickly and weighs nothing, so you can easily take it with you.
Tip: Read here why you should never put a hydrophilic cloth over the pram in the summer.
16. Badcape
If your baby has been playing in the water or if it cools down a bit on the beach, this soft green poncho is ideal. It is made of soft cotton that dries quickly. Useful! Also available in cream and soft pink.
17. Beach toys
Don’t forget to bring some beach toys for your baby or toddler so they can enjoy themselves on the beach. A few scoops, molds or a bucket and it will be sweet for hours.
